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Category : Architecture, Domestic
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A Walking Tour of Chester, South Carolina
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Category : Architecture, Domestic
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Category : Architecture, Domestic
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Walking Tour of Historic Chester, South Carolina
Author: Chester County Historical Society (Chester County, S.C.)
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ISBN:
Category : Architecture, Domestic
Languages : en
Pages : 43
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Architecture, Domestic
Languages : en
Pages : 43
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Chester County
Author: Glinda Price Coleman
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738506494
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Located in a picturesque setting of rolling hills, rich farmland, and lush forests, Chester County belongs to one of South Carolina's most historic regions: the Olde English District. From its role in the Revolutionary War to its present position in Palmetto politics, culture, and commerce, Chester County has played a vital role in the direction and development of South Carolina over the years. Celebrating the Chester County of yesteryear, this volume, using over 200 vintage black-and-white photographs, explores the county's history and geography, from its rural backroads to the bustling streets of downtown Chester. Chester County provides a rare opportunity for readers to experience the everyday life of previous generations, showcasing their places of worship, their early business ventures, and their residences. Roaming the countryside of decades past, through a landscape of bountiful cotton and turn-of-the-century textile mills, readers of all ages will discover their hometowns anew, meeting common and prominent citizens, such as veterans, teachers, farmers, mayors, businessmen, and other civic leaders. These images and their stories recall a simpler time and preserve for future generations visions of Chester County's unique past.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738506494
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Located in a picturesque setting of rolling hills, rich farmland, and lush forests, Chester County belongs to one of South Carolina's most historic regions: the Olde English District. From its role in the Revolutionary War to its present position in Palmetto politics, culture, and commerce, Chester County has played a vital role in the direction and development of South Carolina over the years. Celebrating the Chester County of yesteryear, this volume, using over 200 vintage black-and-white photographs, explores the county's history and geography, from its rural backroads to the bustling streets of downtown Chester. Chester County provides a rare opportunity for readers to experience the everyday life of previous generations, showcasing their places of worship, their early business ventures, and their residences. Roaming the countryside of decades past, through a landscape of bountiful cotton and turn-of-the-century textile mills, readers of all ages will discover their hometowns anew, meeting common and prominent citizens, such as veterans, teachers, farmers, mayors, businessmen, and other civic leaders. These images and their stories recall a simpler time and preserve for future generations visions of Chester County's unique past.
Resisting Sherman
Author: Thomas Heard Robertson, Jr.
Publisher: Savas Beatie
ISBN: 161121260X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Despite its fascinating cast of characters, host of combats large and small, and its impact on the course of the Civil War, surprisingly little ink has been spilled on the conflictÕs final months in the Carolinas. Resisting Sherman: A Confederate SurgeonÕs Journal and the Civil War in the Carolinas, 1865, by Francis Marion Robertson (edited by Thomas H. Robertson, Jr.) fills in many of the gaps and adds tremendously to our knowledge of this region and those troubled final days of the Confederacy. Surgeon Francis Robertson fled Charleston with the Confederate garrison in 1865 in an effort to stay ahead of General ShermanÕs Federal army as it marched north from Savannah. The Southern high command was attempting to reinforce General Joseph E. JohnstonÕs force in North Carolina for a last-ditch effort to defeat Sherman and perhaps join with General Lee in Virginia, or at least gain better terms for surrender. Dr. Robertson, a West Pointer, physician, professor, politician, patrician, and Presbyterian with five sons in the Confederate army, kept a daily journal for the final three months of the Civil War while traveling more than 900 miles through four states. His account looks critically at the decisions of generals from a middle ranking officerÕs viewpoint, describes army movements from a ground level perspective, and places the military campaign within the everyday events of average citizens suffering under the boot of war. Editor and descendant Thomas Robertson followed in his ancestorÕs footsteps, conducting exhaustive research to identify the people, route, and places mentioned in the journal. Sidebars on a wide variety of related issues include coverage of politics and the Battle of Averasboro, where one of the surgeonÕs sons was shot. An extensive introduction covers the military situation in and around Charleston that led to the evacuation described so vividly by Surgeon Robertson, and an epilogue summarizes what happened to the diary characters after the war.
Publisher: Savas Beatie
ISBN: 161121260X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Despite its fascinating cast of characters, host of combats large and small, and its impact on the course of the Civil War, surprisingly little ink has been spilled on the conflictÕs final months in the Carolinas. Resisting Sherman: A Confederate SurgeonÕs Journal and the Civil War in the Carolinas, 1865, by Francis Marion Robertson (edited by Thomas H. Robertson, Jr.) fills in many of the gaps and adds tremendously to our knowledge of this region and those troubled final days of the Confederacy. Surgeon Francis Robertson fled Charleston with the Confederate garrison in 1865 in an effort to stay ahead of General ShermanÕs Federal army as it marched north from Savannah. The Southern high command was attempting to reinforce General Joseph E. JohnstonÕs force in North Carolina for a last-ditch effort to defeat Sherman and perhaps join with General Lee in Virginia, or at least gain better terms for surrender. Dr. Robertson, a West Pointer, physician, professor, politician, patrician, and Presbyterian with five sons in the Confederate army, kept a daily journal for the final three months of the Civil War while traveling more than 900 miles through four states. His account looks critically at the decisions of generals from a middle ranking officerÕs viewpoint, describes army movements from a ground level perspective, and places the military campaign within the everyday events of average citizens suffering under the boot of war. Editor and descendant Thomas Robertson followed in his ancestorÕs footsteps, conducting exhaustive research to identify the people, route, and places mentioned in the journal. Sidebars on a wide variety of related issues include coverage of politics and the Battle of Averasboro, where one of the surgeonÕs sons was shot. An extensive introduction covers the military situation in and around Charleston that led to the evacuation described so vividly by Surgeon Robertson, and an epilogue summarizes what happened to the diary characters after the war.
The Charleston South Carolina Walking Tour & Guidebook
Author:
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ISBN: 9781476174549
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Walk the historic streets of Charleston, and follow in the footsteps of revolutionaries, patriots, pirates, planters, Southern belles, slaves and, finally freedmen. Explore the city and learn the history, legends, lore, city secrets and facts about one of the oldest, most well-preserved and beautiful cities in America! The tour can also be biked or driven. Why take a guided tour that costs over $20 per person when you can walk at your own pace, see the same landmarks, hear the same history and stories at a fraction of the cost?The tour features the most famous landmarks in the city and also includes modern color and vintage photos. The total route is 3.6 miles that can take anywhere from 2-4 hours....it all depends on your speed and pace. An easy to read route map is included with numbered points of interest to keep you on track.Points of Interest Include:*The Battery and its mansions*The Charleston Harbor*Rainbow Row*House Museums & Art Galleries*Famous churches (St. Michaels, St. Phillips and more)*Graveyards where signers of the Declaration of Independence are laid to rest*Catfish Row, made famous in the opera Porgy*Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon*Known haunted buildings, sites, and who is doing the haunting*Meander down hidden alleyways and cobblestone streets*White Point Gardens*King Street and the Shopping District*The Market, restaurants and shops*Old Powder Magazine*Waterfront Park and its fountains*City Secrets & Legends*Brothels and places of ill repute*Dock Street Theatre and many more!
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ISBN: 9781476174549
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Walk the historic streets of Charleston, and follow in the footsteps of revolutionaries, patriots, pirates, planters, Southern belles, slaves and, finally freedmen. Explore the city and learn the history, legends, lore, city secrets and facts about one of the oldest, most well-preserved and beautiful cities in America! The tour can also be biked or driven. Why take a guided tour that costs over $20 per person when you can walk at your own pace, see the same landmarks, hear the same history and stories at a fraction of the cost?The tour features the most famous landmarks in the city and also includes modern color and vintage photos. The total route is 3.6 miles that can take anywhere from 2-4 hours....it all depends on your speed and pace. An easy to read route map is included with numbered points of interest to keep you on track.Points of Interest Include:*The Battery and its mansions*The Charleston Harbor*Rainbow Row*House Museums & Art Galleries*Famous churches (St. Michaels, St. Phillips and more)*Graveyards where signers of the Declaration of Independence are laid to rest*Catfish Row, made famous in the opera Porgy*Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon*Known haunted buildings, sites, and who is doing the haunting*Meander down hidden alleyways and cobblestone streets*White Point Gardens*King Street and the Shopping District*The Market, restaurants and shops*Old Powder Magazine*Waterfront Park and its fountains*City Secrets & Legends*Brothels and places of ill repute*Dock Street Theatre and many more!
Historic Preservation
A Visitor & Recreation Guide to Chester County South Carolina
West Chester
Author: Bruce Mowday
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764325007
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
West Chester, a picturesque Pennsylvania town and Chester County seat, has retained all the charm of more than two centuries of existence. This book is the perfect companion while strolling through its streets on a beautiful day. Text uncovers the history of significant sites, and accompanying photographs make the town come to life. Six tours reveal over 75 sites in 150 stunning color photographs. Maps for each tour help readers navigate this southeastern Pennsylvania town. Residents and visitors alike will cherish this volume, which is the perfect memento for lovers of history, architecture, and small-town living.
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764325007
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
West Chester, a picturesque Pennsylvania town and Chester County seat, has retained all the charm of more than two centuries of existence. This book is the perfect companion while strolling through its streets on a beautiful day. Text uncovers the history of significant sites, and accompanying photographs make the town come to life. Six tours reveal over 75 sites in 150 stunning color photographs. Maps for each tour help readers navigate this southeastern Pennsylvania town. Residents and visitors alike will cherish this volume, which is the perfect memento for lovers of history, architecture, and small-town living.
Walk Around Chester
Author: Anthony Bowerman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780951963647
Category : Chester (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 1
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Publisher:
ISBN: 9780951963647
Category : Chester (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 1
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Charleston, South Carolina
Author: David Ashby Farrow
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780937684269
Category : Charleston (S.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780937684269
Category : Charleston (S.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 164
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